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Tim Fu uses “Midjourney for architecture” tool to transform crumpled paper into starchitect building designs

June 29, 2023 Cajsa Carlson 0

Designer Tim Fu has used LookX, an artificial intelligence tool trained on architecture, to turn squashed paper into building models that evoke designs by architects Frank Gehry and Zaha Hadid. The LookX platform, which just launched, is an artificial intelligence-generated content (AIGC) tool that was designed especially for “architecture lovers”. It is trained on an

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Benedetti Architects uncovers forgotten Victorian skylights inside BAFTA headquarters

June 29, 2023 Kate Jacobs 0

The Grade II-listed BAFTA headquarters in London’s Picadilly have received an overhaul from local studio Benedetti Architects, who raised the roof to squeeze in a new top floor while unifying its disparate interiors. Constructed in 1883, the building originally served as the Royal Institute of Painting in Watercolours and was adapted ad hoc over the

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London Architecture City Guide: 20 Modern and Contemporary Attractions to Explore in UK’s Cultural and Financial Powerhouse

June 29, 2023 Maria-Cristina Florian 0

London’s architectural history is a rich tapestry that weaves together styles of various periods and influences. In the post-war era, the city experienced a surge in modern architecture, becoming a canvas for experimentation. New stylistic movements saw their expression crystalized through buildings such as Richard RogersLloyd’s Building, one of the most representative examples of High-Tech architecture, or the Barbican Estate, a large-scale housing estate that became the iconic structure for Brutalist architecture.

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Eco-cycle Pavilion, 4P’s Restaurants / Takashi Nishitani Architects

June 29, 2023 Hana Abdel 0

Eco-cycle Pavillion is a restaurant that demonstrates various approaches toward sustainable challenges. This facility is developed and designed together with “Becamex Tokyu Hikari Complex,” where 15 other F&B brands are in the center of Binh Duong New City in Vietnam. The restaurant has been working on sustainable restaurants in Vietnam and Cambodia with the idea of sharing experiences with customers through edutainment – an entertainment space through educational approaches. In order to spread this experience more widely, Takashi Niwa Architects and the client have collaborated alongside Becamex Tokyu to introduce a sustainable lifestyle for the new city.

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Natural Slate Rainscreen Cladding: Combining Geometric Layouts and Efficient Design

June 29, 2023 Camila Prieto 0

When designing architectural projects, protecting a building’s walls is key for ensuring its longevity, durability, and resistance to the elements, therefore preserving its aesthetic appeal. Among the protective measures available, cladding systems are exterior coverings that integrate varying textures, colors and finishes, allowing for customization and creative expression, while also providing weather resistance and thermal performance. 

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MAD’s Ma Yansong Unveils Intricate Performance Space for Aranya Theater Festival in China

June 29, 2023 Maria-Cristina Florian 0

Ma Yansong revealed The City of Time, a performance space and the location of a 300-hour artist residency created for the Aranya Theater Festival in China. Following the metaphor of avian migration, the Migratory Birds 300 is an artist residency program that brings together 300 creators from diverse fields and backgrounds. From June 12 to June 25, Ma Yansong’s architectural intervention will host a wide array of artistic expressions, including shows, installations, sculptures, performance art, paintings, and videos, including 131 group works and 194 individual projects.